Tiltmeter

[JOHNTHOMAS]

I usually use my 2 rear cheeks to determine tilt but there are always those that want numbers. I was at a local Flea market one day and found these magnetic Tiltmeters for $1. I bought 3 or 4 for Grands and almost grands and me. Figured I'd stick/set it on the hood of my Kubota and get a number instead of the or in addition to the brown spots.

 

[20 20]

I have one of those, bought it some years back. us it for small carpentry jobs.

 

[sixdogs]

I usually use my 2 rear cheeks to determine tilt but there are always those that want numbers. I was at a local Flea market one day and found these magnetic Tiltmeters for $1. I bought 3 or 4 for Grands and almost grands and me. Figured I'd stick/set it on the hood of my Kubota and get a number instead of the or in addition to the brown spots.

JOHNTHOMAS--How has this worked out? Is there a given degree where we tend to tip over? I have to work some sloped ground in the spring and have been thinking of a tilt meter but if the dial angle thing works that would be easier. I mostly going to be planting grass seed with an MX5100 that has maximum front weights--7-- and a 1200 lb Brillion seeder flat to the ground in the rear. Any advice to go with the meter?

 

[JOHNTHOMAS]

Since I turned my BX25 on it's side I've been more careful. Places I used to go from side to side scare me now. If it feels to steep and you can't go up and down then avoid the area or for sure tighten your seat belt and keep the ROPS up.

 

[powerpace]

Tilt meters only work for the attachments in use at the moment. Backhoe and Fl has a different center of gravity than a mid mount mower or a box blade or a sprayer.

If your watching the tiltmeter to tell you your ok in reality your disregarding other dynamics around you. The unseen hole or rock that will throw you and the tractor completely off kilter. When doing real work pay attention to the equipment and terrain. I don't listen to the radio, have a tiltmeter or bucket leveler. My property has trees old stumps that have rotted in place and left holes and hillsides.

It takes a little longer to mow up and down hills but I don't have too worry much about tipping over. I have tipped over while cleaning out ditches and hitting a soft spot that dropped the wheel about eighteen inches. I was already at a angle when it dropped. Luckily I was not moving fast.

 

[sixdogs]

JOHNTHOMAS and powerpace...I'm good on this and will go with the "pucker factor" rather than a tilt meter. I feel my seeder on the ground gives me somewhat of an anchor and I have a healthy fear of tipping over so combined it should work.

 

[npalen]

For what it's worth, some of the newer cell phones have built in inclinometers. (Iphone 4 IOS7) for example) I reckon one would first have to find a flat spot on the tractor while stopped to check the tilt but it may be too late by then.

 

[Fallon]

I'm interested in 1, probably 2 for grading. 1 to tell me how close to level (or intended slope) the tractor is. Another on my QH or the implement to see if it's setup to work the proper level based off the tractor.

 

[Xfaxman]

This is what 30 degrees of body lean looks like on a "26.6" slope.


Mowing it with the Toolcat.


This is some serious pucker factor!

 

[Xfaxman]

I just checked here at the TractorByNet Store: Safety

I like this one.


Guess I would need this one, it goes to 40

 

[sixdogs]

Xfaxman..that's interesting. 30 degrees is sharper than I thought. Pucker factor must start at 25 or so degrees.

 

[Xfaxman]

Xfaxman..that's interesting. 30 degrees is sharper than I thought. Pucker factor must start at 25 or so degrees.

For me in the Toolcat with independent suspension, the first time on the other side of the dam that is supposed to be 18 degrees, puckered me up! As I drove it more I got more comfortable.


More info here: http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/toolcat/69420-slope-ability-bobcat-toolcat-5600-a.html

 

[JOHNTHOMAS]

A short tilt movie on my F3080. http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/kubota-lawn-garden/280786-f3080-mowing-hillside-video.html

 

[CobyRupert]

This is what 30 degrees of body lean looks like on a "26.6" slope.
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Mowing it with the Toolcat.
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This is some serious pucker factor!

Serious pucker for sure, but if you imagine/estimate that the center of gravity (cog) is about 6" above the PTO, (probably lower with the deck down), it would have to tip a lot more before the cog crosses the vertical line that rises straight up from the fulcrum (the outside of the downhill tire). Granted, one wants a safety factor for the dynamic forces if you hit a bump or turn, but i bet it can tip almost twiuce that angle before it goes over. (I'll let you test that theory though )

 

[Xfaxman]

Serious pucker for sure, but if you imagine/estimate that the center of gravity (cog) is about 6" above the PTO, (probably lower with the deck down), it would have to tip a lot more before the cog crosses the vertical line that rises straight up from the fulcrum (the outside of the downhill tire). Granted, one wants a safety factor for the dynamic forces if you hit a bump or turn, but i bet it can tip almost twice that angle before it goes over. (I'll let you test that theory though )

Yep, the cog is probably lower. The PTO is hydraulic and the engine is under the passenger seat.


The 7' brush hog weighs 1800 pounds. If it loses traction, it just slides downhill!


In heavy brush I curl up to raise the front mower wheel and put more weight on the Toolcat's front axle.

 

[ArmyPair2]

For me in the Toolcat with independent suspension, the first time on the other side of the dam that is supposed to be 18 degrees, puckered me up! As I drove it more I got more comfortable.
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More info here: http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/toolcat/69420-slope-ability-bobcat-toolcat-5600-a.html

Most of you drivers are braver than me because there is no way that I would get onto any my slopes at that angle yet. I did see a tilt meter being sold on the TBN store page but not sure to buy one yet when I clear the saplings in the backyard.

 

[1bush2hog]

Most of you drivers are braver than me because there is no way that I would get onto any my slopes at that angle yet. I did see a tilt meter being sold on the TBN store page but not sure to buy one yet when I clear the saplings in the backyard.

You got it Army The tilt meters are the contoversial first line of defense, ie a caution/warning signal. The rest is up to you. Save your money as it seems you already know. If your rears are loaded and set as wide as they will go - you will know. Just don't let anybody tell you otherwise until you are ready